3 Reasons Why Smoke Can Be More Destructive Than Flames

Nothing can be more frightening to a homeowner than the prospect of a fire in the house. With the possibility of
destroying virtually everything in its path, the dangers of an out-of-control fire know no bounds.

Even when fires are contained in a single area, many homeowners become familiar with just how much damage can occur
from a simple spark or unattended candle. Along with the flames comes another destructive force: smoke. The result of unspent fuel, smoke
can easily cause undue amounts of damage to a home—quite possibly more than the flames themselves—and it gets harder to remove the
longer it remains, as House Logic reports.

1. Smoke Can Destroy Property and Cause Future
Fires Long After the Flames Are Extinguished

Even after the fire has been dealt with, smoke
leaves behind an acidic residue that easily eats away furniture
finishes and can cause conditions favorable for future fires. Contact
with electrical outlets can also spark an electrical fire under the
right circumstances, according to the Chicora
Foundation.

2. Contact With Smoke Residue Is Hazardous

Smoke residue is also a health hazard for those
living at home. Contact with the skin, eyes, nose and throat can
cause frequent irritations and discomfort. Contact with silverware,
dishes and drinking glasses can easily cause the toxic residue to be
ingested—leading to a number of health concerns over time.

3. Smoke Easily Spreads Throughout the House

Fire has the ability to remain contained in a
single room. While this can cause serious property damage, it has the
benefit of remaining in one area—allowing remediation services to
focus their efforts while also keeping other areas in the home safe
from the flames. Smoke, however, plays by different rules.

Even if the originating fire was an isolated
incident, the smoke from the flames can easily travel throughout the
home, leaving residue just about anywhere it happens to land. This is
an even greater risk in homes that have central air conditioning and
heating systems.

Smoke can access hard-to-reach areas, such as
ventilation shafts, behind walls and ceilings, where it will remain
and cause further damage.

Smoke Removal Services in San Francisco

Even if you may have had a
small fire in the house, smoke can still be a threat. Contact Allied
Restoration Company today to find out the extent of the damage. With
comprehensive techniques, we can remove the presence of smoke residue
from just about any surface, making sure your home is a safe and
healthy place for you and your loved ones. Call us today at
415-529-5637.